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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1963
Page
4
A slowing season grips the South as cold weather hinders progress and leaves leaders unsure how to respond. Officials acknowledge the chill complicates plans and express reluctance to adopt new approaches or invest in lessons.
In ancient days God commanded Israel to set up a tent of worship in the camp as a constant reminder to keep Him at the center of life. The Christian Observer emphasizes God’s indwelling in the heart as essential for victory, a call to both individual believers and the Church.
The piece argues Khrushchev pulled Russia from Cuba after U S pressure, citing his East Berlin address threatening mass casualties with a 100 megaton bomb and Castro's Havana harangue. It portrays Khrushchev as fearing American resolve and Castro as unstable, claiming this timing shows common sense.
An editorial imagines filling Decatur Moragacunty auditorium with 5 000 seats to raise the remaining $12,000 for the United Fund. It urges vigorous soliciting, noting dedicated volunteers and those who have not yet contributed or worked, as the campaign proceeds toward completion.
William S. White notes a cooperative mood between the new Congress and President Kennedy. Republicans show relief that the State of the Union did not push extreme reforms or sweeping spending, signaling a moderate, conciliatory approach and a steadier path through cold war challenges.
An excerpt on pursuing large goals through careful preplanning and steady follow through. It urges evaluating training and ability, then moving forward with self confidence, citing Samuel Johnson on belief in ventures and noting political commentary on Kennedy and Eisenhower era foreign policy and aid.
Pvt Berger Loman, 1918 Medal of Honor recipient for single handedly taking a machine gun nest near Consenvoye France, seeks Arlington burial for wife and himself. Pentagon confirms space remains, but policy allows one gravesite per death. A light piece also notes subway woes involving Senators Dirksen and Hayden and Churchill's U S visit plans.
Former State Highway Director Sam Engelhardt says all except personal files will be returned to the State Highway Department. Ed Rodgers, the present director, said correspondence files were missing. Walter Craig denied destroying records and said none were kept in his office.
Alcoholic drinks fall into three groups: fermented beverages like wines, brewed beverages such as beers, and distilled spirits such as liquors.
A pilot program in New York’s public schools with RCA involvement seeks to boost science careers by placing working scientists in classrooms. David Sarnoff says industry school cooperation could scale nationwide, with careful evaluation and a curriculum devised alongside the board.
Ware Foster, Social Security district manager in Decatur, urges self employed individuals with 1962 profits of 400 dollars or more to file a self employment social security report with their income tax return. Correct name and social security number ensure proper credit and future benefits. Reports flow through IRS and Social Security to credit earnings and determine monthly payments. Cards available at 217 Ferry St NE.
Miss Nina McAbee has been dismissed from Black-Chandler Hospital. Michael Legg underwent a tonsillectomy Monday at Baugh-Wiley-Smith Hospital. Patsy Kirby hosted a spend-the-night party for Judy Morton who is moving to Warrior. guests included Anne Lipsey and Marsha Blanton.
Birmingham AP reports Commissioner J. T. Waggoner qualified as a mayoral candidate for the March 5 election after a citywide group presented petitions urging him to run. The move follows entreaties from multiple city sectors.
Vermont representative Justin Morrill proposed the land grant college bill and steered it through Congress. The measure established public colleges supported by the federal government to promote higher education and practical studies nationwide.
The American Jewish Congress urged the U S Supreme Court to reverse a 500000 libel verdict against The New York Times in a Montgomery Alabama suit. L B Sullivan a city commissioner claimed the ad harming his reputation. The ad supported Martin Luther King Jr and was signed by about 80 people and four Alabama ministers.
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